Replacement one s are $25 US...and Mulletron, if the fit of the helmet is better (which it is), the helmet will protect better. Personally, being able to walk and talkis well worth $600 to me.....Don't know bout you.

Unfortunately, all helmets fit differently, and the TLD does NOT feel good on my melon. And I *REALLY* wanted to buy one, too. So far, the Giro MM2 is the best bet for me - likely going to be my next helmet.

I think the point some people are trying to make is that you don't have to spend $600 to get good protection, and the cost of a Troy Lee over a more basic helmet is paying for luxury, not increased safety.